Browsing local attractions within 8 miles of The Control Tower Museum

Bealings Road, Martlesham, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4RP, Tel: 01394 610066, Email, (1 miles, 2kms)

Out door off road Karting center near Woodbridge, from 5 -75 years, 3 different track using 4 sized karts, individuals or group, form £9.00. race wear provided.

Jerwood DanceHouse, Foundry Lane, IP4 1DW, Tel: 01473 433100, (5 miles, 8kms)

DanceEast, based at the beautiful Jerwood DanceHouse on the Ipswich waterfront, brings the best dance performances to East Anglia. There is also a full programme of dance classes and workshops for everyone to enjoy.

Orwell Quay, Ipswich Waterfront, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 0BB, Tel: 07734 875887, (5 miles, 8kms)

Enjoy a cruise on the River Orwell, one of the most beautiful rivers in England, aboard “Orwell Lady”, from the stunning Ipswich Waterfront, through areas of outstanding natural beauty and wildlife to the bustling ports of Felixstowe.

Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3NF, Tel: 01473 288886, (7 miles, 12kms)

Rendlesham Forest Centre is the main recreation area for the Sandlings Forests. The play equipment and cycle park will give you a fun Forest Experience!

Pannington Hall Lane, Wherstead, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP9 2AR, Tel: 01473 604206, (7 miles, 11kms)

Share the good life with Jimmy’s Farm… home to the Essex Pig and to TV Presenter Jimmy Doherty, it really is a great family day out.

St. Stephen's Church, St. Stephen's Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 1DP, Tel: 01473 258070, Email, (5 miles, 8kms)

Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3DJ, Tel: 01394 389700, Email, (4 miles, 6kms)

Discover the awe-inspiring Anglo-Saxon burial site. This hauntingly beautiful 255 acre estate, with far-reaching views over the river Deben, is home to one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time.'

91 Undercliff Road West, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 2AF, Tel: 01394 276770, Email, (8 miles, 12kms)

Welcome to Felixstowe Tourist Information Centre. The friendly knowledgeable staff will be delighted to advise you on places to visit in the local area.

King's Quay Street, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3ER, Tel: 01255 553333, Email, (8 miles, 13kms)

One of the oldest (1911) least altered, purpose-built cinemas in Britain. Write for programme of films (enclose SAE) to Electric Palace Cinema, Kings Quay St, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3ER.

Thompson and Morgan, Poplar Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP8 3BU, Tel: 01473 695227, Email, (1 miles, 2kms)

Thompson and Morgan. Trial grounds open weekend.

Nether Hall, Shotley, Suffolk, IP9 1PW, Tel: 01473 788300, Email, (6 miles, 10kms)

Deborah Baynes has offered residential pottery courses since 1971. Deborah has taught thousands of students the rewarding challenges of clay and the potter's wheel from throwing to Raku and salt glaze firing.

4-6 Wherry Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 1LG, Tel: 01473 212051, Email, (5 miles, 8kms)

The Gallery offers major solo exhibitions & group shows of paintings, original prints & sculpture by established East Anglian artists & up & coming talents and has over 40 years expertise in framing, restoration and valuation.

A14 Eastbound, Nacton, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP10 0DD, (3 miles, 5kms)

Valley Farm Riding and Driving Centre, Wickham Market, Suffolk, IP13 0ND, Tel: 01728 746916, Email, (8 miles, 12kms)

Britain's only herd of breeding Camargue horses as featured on television. Animal collection including camel and assorted horse breeds. Horse riding charged separately.

King Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 1DH, Email, (5 miles, 8kms)

Ipswich Corn Exchange

Tidemill Quay, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1BY, Tel: 01728 746959, Email, (3 miles, 5kms)

A completely restored 18thC tidal mill. The machinery works at varying times, subject to tides.

Waldringfield Boatyard Ltd, The Quay, Waldringfield, Suffolk, IP12 4QZ, Tel: 01473 736260, Email, (3 miles, 4kms)

The Jahan is a 38ft motor cruiser which holds 54 passengers. The gallery provides snacks and drinks with a bar. Lunches, teas and suppers are to order.

Newbourne, Mill Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4NP, Email, (2 miles, 4kms)

Hall house with timber framing of c1480, Tudor brickwork, pargetting and plaster work of around 1600. Open by written appointment only.